Find a highlight of retired General Colin Powell's speech at the GOP convention and check out the transcript and video.

Chronicles the life and achievements of the first African-American chairman of the joint chiefs of staff.

See pictures of the retired Army General and Secretary of State with his boss, President George W. Bush, as well as with Sir Paul McCartney and activist Heather Mills.

Background on the former Army General and U.S. Secretary of State who is "known for his razor-sharp wit, and has a penchant for bursting into song at official occasions."